He definitely is the documentary of them is a good story of them. He plays la villa strangiato so perfect it's insane and the intro. Alex is the whole reason why I picked a guitar. Alex is easily in my top 5 for sure. The rhythm,lead, and soloing is outstanding. You cannot sit there and tell me that rush is one of the greatest rock n roll musicans to walk this planet... Like it said in the documentary if you dont like your just a old fart.
I once ran back into a burning building to rescue my Rush tickets. Days later, as we climbed the hill to the arena, we felt the energy of 6000 other Rush fans, all climbing, elevating, coming together, coalescing. There is nothing like the energy at a Rush concert. Such a powerful, positive, dynamic frequency. Yes comes close.
This sounds familiar. If you borrowed it you used it in it's proper context by sharing it and remind us again of it. If you wrote this yourself you're friggin" awesome!!
I would say Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush are just as good and another great Canadian power trio (and don't forget Triumph too) . Jamal's mind would be blown by Frank Marino's guitar playing
I’m 56 and it’s just fun to watch people getting it for the first time. I’ve kinda taken this music for granted for over 40 years. It’s just how I’ve lived. I never really took RUSH for granted, they were just always there. 18 times live! ROCK PRIVILEGE!
59 my self !!! Some kids in our high school thought we were strange for listening to them back then, I feel privileged to have seen my share of concerts too. As they matured I matured with them always in my ears.
57 and I'm right with you, I remember hearing working man and fly by night- in the mood like it was just yesterday :) But that was ages ago in the cretaceous period lol Plus everybody had kick ass stereo systems back then, with lots of power and huge speakers. I don't know how the paint stayed on the walls from the vibration of bass. It's really great seeing youngsters discovering bands like Rush, when rock music was king and quality. Btw, my one buddy had a bedroom above his parents garage with a sloped wall across from his marantz and we used to jam out and blow fire from lighter fluid against that wall lol. Just like Gene Simmons - good times. Rush shows- haven't missed one.
This song is a brilliant roller-coaster of human emotions: triumph, elation, despair, horror, happiness, sadness, agony, bewilderment, inspiration. RIP Neil Peart.
One of; that's for sure... But, Rush is NOT rock and roll, just because they're in that Hall of Lame... Rush is an uptempo prog band I put it (this album) up there with Relayer, Presence, Sabbath Bloody Sabbath, Starless and Bible Black, Selling England by the Pound et al..Hemispheres and A Farewell to Kings are their Magnum Opus's.
@@godbluffvdgg DUDE ..Back in the 60s when Rush formed and 70s when the song was written ..The term "Uptempo Prog " was not even invented or even heard of ...All that sub genre labelization Bullshit didnt come around till WAY later !!..so dont even go there and dont be a "UPtempo "dummy
@@stevekanakanui7033 lol...First off Rush formed in the 70'S I know; I was there...And HOW DARE YOU QUESTION my astute labeling! And the reason "Uptempo Prog" was not invented then, is because; I JUST INVENTED IT! Each genre has many subsets...The breadth and Scope of the prog genre requires it... www.progarchives.com/Progressive-rock.asp#genre Canterbury Scene Crossover Prog Eclectic Prog Experimental/Post Metal Heavy Prog Indo-Prog/Raga Rock Jazz Rock/Fusion Krautrock Neo-Prog Post Rock/Math rock Prog Folk Prog Related Progressive Electronic Progressive Metal Proto-Prog Psychedelic/Space Rock RIO/Avant-Prog Rock Progressivo Italiano Symphonic Prog Tech/Extreme Prog Metal Various Genres Zeuhl
"That voice man!". Understand, as a 50 year old Canadian, I NEVER thought I'd hear a South Central L.A. black man say that in 2019. The world is funny man! Love!
I've been watching Rush reactions lately, you would be surprised to see how many black people are doing it, they're all unanimous about the drumming. I never thought of Rush as being funky, but the way some of them move to the music i'm realizing, what the hell we can groove and dance to a Rush song! It's one of those good things about TH-cam, people who never heard of them are discovering gems from the past but as always with Rush it's a fans' band. No radios, no tv, no good words from critics written or spoken, no mega promotions, just a fan base that was built one by one. In the end the music, their legacy speaks for itself. Check a channel named ScribeCash, the girl is grooving hard on Rush :) th-cam.com/video/k6MYFNc98b0/w-d-xo.html
There are parts of the story not within the lyrics but told in the liner notes. The pain and angst in Geddys voice right before the character kills himself which is then picked up by Alex's guitar... chilling. I used to be sad that he killed himself *the character in the story* but it was a necessary sacrifice that was what allowed the Elder race of man to come back and free the people from the tyranny of the priests.
@@jamelakajamal you really should check out Hemispheres side 1 as well. It's one of their most perfectly executed studio works. It's not as "metal" as 2112 but just as awesome. And it's only 18 minutes.
Jamal you’re like a child on Christmas Day, your reaction is pure and that’s why the music is written and recorded, for our minds to get stimulated and release our positive endorphins , create joy in our lives, especially in today’s world with so much bullshit all around. Keep it up brother.
Agree with this so much it’s so awesome seeing anybody appreciate music the way I do and I know so many others also do, so glad that rush was the first band I ever saw live they played so many classics (la villa blew my mind like I’ll never forget) I only dreamed of seeing one day live and thankful for my parents for introducing me into this genre of music, also my dad straight up named me after Alex lifeson lol so I always feel a special bond with my rush obsession and anyone who can get the pure joy that there music brings
2112 is a Rock Opera with 7 movements. On the album, Neil Peart, the Drummer and lyricist of legend, provides us with a story that goes along with each movement. I will provide it here. I. Overture And the meek shall inherit the Earth II. The Temples of Syrinx ...."The massive grey walls of the Temples rise from the Heart of every Federation city. I have always been awed by them, to think that every single facet of every life is regulated and directed from within! Our books, our music, our work and play are all looked after by the benevolent wisdom of the priests...." III. Discovery ...."Behind my beloved waterfall, in the little room that was hidden beneath the cave, I found it. I brushed away the dust of the years, and picked it up, holding it reverently in my hands. I had no idea what it might be, but it was beautiful".... ...."I learned to lay my fingers across the wires, and to turn the keys to make them sound differently. As I struck the wires with my other hand, it produced my first harmonious sounds, and soon my own music! How different it could be from the music of the Temples! I can't wait to tell the priests about it!...." IV. Presentation ...."In the sudden silence as I finished playing, I looked up to a circle of grim, expressionless faces. Father Brown rose to his feet, and his somnolent voice echoed throughout the silent Temple Hall...." ...."Instead of the grateful joy that I had expected, they were words of quiet rejection! Instead of praise; sullen dismissal. I watched in shock and horror as Father Brown ground my precious instrument to splinters beneath his feet...." V. Oracle: The Dream ...."I guess it was a dream, but even now it all seems so vivid to me. Clearly yet I see the beckoning hand of the oracle as he stood at the summit of the staircase".... ...."I see the incredible beauty of the sculptured cites, and the pure spirit of man revealed in the lives and works of this world. I was overwhelmed by both wonder and understanding as I saw a completely different way to life, a way that had been crushed by the Federation long ago. I saw now how meaningless life had become with the loss of all these things...." VI. Soliloquy ...."I have not left this cave for days now. it has become my last refuge in my total despair. I have only the music of the waterfall to comfort me now. I can no longer live under the control of the Federation, but there is no place to go. My last hope is that with my death I may pass into the world of my dream, and know peace at last." VII. Grand Finale
You forgot how The Grand Finale is the Elder Race coming back, to free the people from the Priests. When I hear it, I always envision a fleet of super-advanced spaceships, showing up to give the stagnant Federation a sound ass-whooping, and the voice at the end is the Oracle, who was trying to communicate with Starman in his dream, and give him hope that they were coming back, but instead, drove him to despair. I imagine that, after the final victory, he found Starman's body, and had it buried in a great mausoleum, made from a converted Temple, as a monument to the formerly oppressed, who are now free.
Not an opera. This is technically a symphony. The overture contains snippets of all the various movements of the complete symphony. An opera doesn't follow this formula.
When I was young, I would sit on my bedroom carpet, pop in the 8-track (yes, that old), headphones on and would read all the lyrics - over and over again until I knew every word and beat. Still know every song... on every album... by heart; in order! (Until "Signals.") Seen them 33 times LIVE, last time at Madison Square Garden and Barclay's before that. My favorite band EVER! Rest In Peace Neil Peart 1952-2020 #ThankYou
I'm a bit younger but I got the privilege of seeing them 3 times before Neil's passing. R40 was an amazing tour but Time machine was my favorite. Really wish I was able to see as many as you! Sad day when they revealed Neil's news but he helped make music that is gonna live on! Greatest drummer of all time. That's just the truth.
As a teenager in Brazil, an older friend was a Dj and, just for the pleasure, I helped him with his equipment; one day I saw an LP titled RUSH, I put in on the turntable... my jaw dropped before the tenth second; it was love at first sight!
There was a time in my young life I could tell you every track, what side they were on, and in what order on every Led Zeppelin album. Not so much anymore.
Wow Kelly!! 33 times. I thought I loved them more than anyone. You'e awesome! What year was the last time? (I'm listening to Neil's books right now.) On the second one. SAD!!! They're free on Amazon
2112 was my introduction to RUSH back in 1976..had never heard of them walked into a stereo shop..Pacific stereo in Fresno california and they were using 2112 to demo their premium system....everyone in the store just froze and went WOW!!! WTF is that?? Truly mind boggling..I went over to The Warehouse Records and bought the album.. .listening to it through headphones was even better. RUSH never failed to amaze and delight .all that incredible music and musicianship from a three piece band. . A THREE piece Band! The BEST...just the BEST..period . RIP Neil Pert... A true giant of a talent.
14 years old, with headphones on. 45 years later same effect. I was a geeky kid and this just made the connection. Been working on every type of equipment ever since. I can listen to Rush anytime in my day or night.doesn’t matter whats going on in my life. Thanks Jamal for sharing the moment. 👍😁
You have to remember, back when this album came out it was on vinyl. We had album art and many albums contained lyrics sheets. So we would sit in our room and read the lyrics and admire the album art as they sang to us. The lyrics and album art are just as much a part of the listening experience. My favorite thing about Rush besides their immense talent is their refusal to conform and compromise their art for the sake of making a hit.
@@ThoughtCriminal918 then save up some bucks and get a turntable, amp, speakers and vinyl... its back man like 2019 saw more vinyl sold than cds.... i have 4 copies of moving pictures. Different masterings....i have a few 2112's as well.... you can get old albums or new pressings.... the record pressing plants cant keep up with demand.... do it man!!!!!
To this day I still can't believe all the sound only these 3 guys can make! Truly is amazing! Three of the finest musicians all in one band. Truly one of the greatest bands of all time.
Until I discovered these reaction videos, Rush was just another band to me, who had a few songs I'd heard on the radio. I had no idea they were such a phenomenon.
It's a little more complicated than that. But, yeh, they'd made Fly by Night, which was pretty much completely ignored and they were going down the tubes and playing small clubs half empty and such. Of course the record company was concerned (having invested a lot of money) and Rush knew the next album was make or break. They could have done something as accessible and poppy as possible, but they just said, screw it, and went for it. Of course had it not gone well, no one would be talking about how great a decision it was and we'd not even likely know about them. History is misleading because you only ever hear about the ones who swing hard and have the luck to hit it out of the park. In their case they did, and it became a cult hit, and then spread out from there. It could have fallen on deaf ears, as have many really good albums that just never found an audience (at least at the time, sometimes they later do.) And, as they say themselves, it's not like the whole album was one huge prog epic. The other side is much more 'songy' and accessible, and that helped as well.
@@deanroddey2881 I actually have a suspicion that 2112 is about their band tanking. The guitar representing their music and the priests representing the world. They just werent ready for rush. The dream represents their dream of being famous. Oracle:the dream and Soliloquy just works too perfectly with this theory. Im probably just overthinking it, but its a pretty interesting way of thinking i guess
I seen the tour of 2112 it was totally awesome what a concert I'll never forget them .please come back rush I seen you at the panther arena. Unbelievable band .That was my sixth time I seen them in concert.wow what a band.
Put a smile on my face. I love watching people discover Rush and all the gems they have to offer, and none more iconic than the epic that is 2112. Welcome to the Rush family brother.
YYZ and 2112 are music so good that it's hard to fathom their creation at all. I mean Rush in general is mindblowing but YYZ is the most popular Rush song and 2112 has the best creation story.
It cracks me up, too. I love to see this guy get off on stuff we grew up with and loved! Just remember. The guys were wearing kimonos on the back cover!
I had the pleasure of seeing them perform this live, beginning to end. (I believe it was the "Test for Echo" tour) WOW! It blows the mind seeing just 3 people create this sound. We know you're hooked when you become an air drummer. :D
"Attention all Planets of the Solar Federation." 7 words said 3 times... 7 x 3 = 21 "We have assumed control." 4 words said 3 times... 4 x 3 = 12 Coincidence? Knowing Neil Peart, I doubt it...
Hey Jamal critic Rush's "Closer to the Heart live" and then Tom Sawyer, Red Berchetta, and Big Money. Realizing that this is a three man band. And Neil Pert is one of the best percussionist of all time. Watch a concert clip of his drum solo. It will blow your mind !!!!! And he doesn't get tired thru the whole concert. But listen to those songs. When I was younger I wasn't a big fan of Rush. I was more into Led Zeppelin, Judas Priest, Black Sabbath. But Rush made me a fan. Triumph is another GREAT Canadian three man band. Check them out too.
I was 12 years old when my 19 year old brother told me he had something I needed to listen to. Laying on a waterbed, listening to this through a set of his very best pioneer headphones I was utterly and forever changed. I had no idea that music could do this.
I was 12 as well, and my older brother had me listen to A Farewell to Kings, which was brand new back then. I discovered their older stuff like this gem later that summer.
My brother introduced me to Rush too, he passed away last year, now I hear Rush and long for those days off my youth. Miss you Rich, rock on with Niel!
Being the first band I was ever in to, I was kind of used to it. My jaw still hit the floor when I heard that the song "Hemispheres" was recorded in one take. ONE...
@@bandfromtheband9445 No, i always thought so but too but it was Hugh Syme , who also played piano/keys on 3 other Rush albums and was also one their graphic artists! Designed the 2112 ''starman'' logo to boot!
Best band ever. The Priests represent the record company that was trying to control them. This album was their response. They said if this was their last album, it would be purely Rush. They assumed control of their own fate. In my opinion, water represents nature, which is organic and pure. As opposed to the manufactured corporate music, Rush flowed like a cool stream for all to partake of. 2112 should inspire us all to not compromise on our convictions. God bless the trio that stood up to the machine.
They definitely have my respect for that. I knew nothing about this band, if it wasn't for Ninja Sex Party, But through their parody, "6969," I found out about this song, and I love every bit of it!
Nope, it is an allegory to world government, based on Ayn Rand’s “Anthem”. Check it out; it’s a pretty small book with a huge, “1984”-esque message. Peart was a big Rand disciple when he wrote this.
I’ve been listening to Rush (thank u Dad) since I was 7ish, this is literally the first time I’ve heard this song, I didn’t even know it existed & I can’t believe it. It’s so awesome to be having a first reaction with you Jamel! I love it thank you for doing this ✊🏻
Hey, I know it's like 2023..but , glad you appreciate Rush music !! 3 of the most talented musicians I've ever witnessed live...I'm sure you've listened to the rest of their catalogue by now ..Peace...
On the Red Sector A tour... In Miami they played 2112 side one! In its entirety!! And also the did all of the epic long songs!! Cygnus X1, Xanadu, lakeside park, and whole moving pictures album... Concert was almost 4 hours with 2 breaks! They played bugs bunny cartoons for opening act!! I've seen rush almost every album since Caress of steel.... But that show? Was absolutely the best show I've seen!!!!!! Brilliant
You released this on 9 November 2019. Who would've believed that only 2 months later {almost to the day} we would be mourning one of the best drummers to ever pick up a pair of sticks? R.I.P. Neil💔
the first CD I ever bought with my own money when I was in second grade. I thank my mother and father for introducing me to stellar music early on in my life. dad and I saw Rush at Blossom Music Center when I was 9. best show I've ever been to. their live performances are exactly as they sound on an album. the musicianship is unparalleled.
From a music standpoint, I never thought I'd get such enjoyment watching someone enjoy Rush. There catalog is just one fantastic song after another, album after album.
My dad bought this when I was born. It has always been one of my favorites. Had it on 8 track until I was 16. Then had to get it on cassette so I could play it in my own car!
"And the meek shall inherit the earth" Jamel's face lights up with both surprise and joy as I am sure every one of our faces did when we first experienced this song. Rush is a journey that is forever timeless and I can only imagine how crazy this was back when the album first hit the streets. I discovered them in the late 80's/early 90's. Here we are 30 plus years later and they are still bringing new joy in 2020. It just makes me wonder if they foretasted their absolute relevance to 2112. I think that there is defiantly some sort of "other worldly" connection in their ability to continually draw people in.
I love how the light in your eyes portrays the goodness our music is giving you ENJOY THE RIDE!!!!! This album came out when I was 12 and I am so lucky to have been there listening to all 50s 60s 70s and the 80s and 90s
Rush connects on so man levels.... your reaction at each transtition also shows... I am so glad you enjoyed and mostly your obvious natural reaction to Niel... 2112 is simply put.. an Epic
I love Jamal's genuine smile : = ) I am glad someone else enjoys it as much as I do. Rush is an intellectual musical journey into science fiction & constitution (free will). Is it possible that another band could be this talented & thoughtful? (NO) They sound like 10 guys or more sometimes...
I remember sitting in my bedroom in the late 70's and early 80's, putting the needle down on side "A" of 2112 and turning the volume up and annoying the hell out of my parents with this entire album. Good times! This really brought back the memories!
Same here. It’s been my favorite album for the last 43 years. I’ll NEVER forget the 1st time I heard it. A few 9 and 10 year old kids gathered around a neighboring teenagers Chevy Chevelle while this cool high school kid cranked 2112 out of his 8 Track player. When I listen to this I am immediately transported.
I could just listen to Neil hit the kit all day long. Damn I’m going to miss him so much. Just at levels that won’t be matched. And Alex is easily one of the most underrated guitarists of his time. So sick
RIP PROFESSOR I’d love to see Tool release their version of this to welcome the world back to live music once we are past COVID as both a tribute the Neil and the return of music
If my kid was to come up to me and ask "Dad, could you show me how rock music works?" , I would smile and say "Have you heard of the band Rush?" This band is the Symphony of Rock...a symphony with three members.
Listening to this so many times over the years was great but trying to play it with my band buddies in a sweaty garage studio was even better. Long live Rush!
In a time (the year 2112) when music is outlawed. And the Priests of the Temple of Syrinx are the controllers of the interplanetary society who have banned music. Wild story lol
The whole first side is a love Letter to Ayn Rand. Seriously. It even says so in the Vinyl gatefold. Its pretty much a sloppy SF take on the book Anthem. Except the hero does not die in the book.
I've been watching you for a while now. It's the song choices that draw me in, but it's your reactions that make the videos such an absolute joy to watch. I get a big grin watching you getting a grin as you listen to these songs. Keep on keepin' on!
Jamel, I just discovered your channel, and (roughly) one month after Peart passed, watching YOUR reaction to "2112" brought me absolute happiness! I acted like this when I first heard this ON TAPE at 14-15 years old. :)
HUGE Respect to you for listening to this epic story! I used to listen to this on vinyl with quality headphones back in the late 70s. Each time you listen to it, you can pick up something you had missed on first listening..
Me too. AnOTHER one of my all-time older fav’s was their Farewell To Kings album that I would alternate with 2112 listening to in the early-mid 80’s in my headphones on obsessive repeat..(in vinyl of course😁). Those were the DAYS...!😎
I hear you shout, "THIS HAS BEEN A GREAT DAY!" and I'm teleported back to when I first heard this. My man recently I've run across so many different people having these joyful reactions to Rush, people of different ethnicities, ages, countries, and I realize you are all my people, but I also realize, "Hey, those times when I thought I just might be surrounded by morons, I was!" I love what you do man. Rock on!
Obviously one of the greatest rock album side concepts, but consider the short time it took to create. Some bands take years in between albums to get such perfection.
Hello Jamel, I was 10 when this came out. My first Rush record. I'm 54 now and I still never get tired of this. I'm glad you got to experience it. Awesome reaction. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦✌🤘🤘🤘
Jim Albruzzess - Hey Jim, I’m totally with you on Jamel’s reactions. He’s been converted to Canadian Rock music we’ve been listening to for over 40 years. I’m 55 and love RUSH, my fav has always been Spirit of the Radio!
I was 14 when this came out. I have their entire collection and I never get tired of any of them. Only saw them live 3 times but those were times I will cherish all my life.
I remember getting into Rush in 1977 when all my friends were listening to Kiss. I saw Rush in 1978. Neil R.I.P. Thanks for your reaction contribution.
Saw Rush in 1976 and they opened for R.E.O. Speedwagon and Blue Oyster Cult. The shame was Rush's set was too short. I came away from that concert buying everything Rush ever recorded and never bought anything the other two produced.
I got on a bit later, 1977. First time I saw them was the Hemispheres tour. My older brother had a great JVC stereo with the RTR 600D speakers pushing out 200 watts. I would sit in the focal point and crank it. I'm sure the neighbors knew all the lyrics as well as I did!
Amen. The Ayn Rand was strong in Neil. And it’s structured like an opera or symphony: in the overture, you hear all the melodies (themes) that will play over the course of 20+ minutes.
I'm so glad you enjoyed this! I heard this album when it first came out. I was 13 years old and it changed me forever. I picked up a bass guitar, learned this entire album, and I'm still playing today. That was back when you bought the record and read the lyrics while the album played. If you haven't done that with this record, I recommend it highly!
At 2:15 your face was already lit up and I actually said out loud, "Dude, you don't have a clue... you don't even have a HINT what's about to happen yet!" Then the song and your excitement built from there just as I expected. As if anything could make listening to "2112" better, it was pure joy watching you hear it for the first time. It felt like having that experience again myself but better, sharing it, seeing it affect someone else the same way. I'm gonna let you in on a little secret about Rush too, though: It always feels that way. It's so good, so deep, so complex, that it can feel new and exciting every time you listen to it. "2112" is one of those that isn't for listening to at work to make the day easier. It's not something that works on a mixed playlist, or as background, or as music at a party or while you're hanging out doing other things. I listen to it maybe once or twice a year when it's the activity I'm in the mood for, when it's what I'm going to DO, like watch a movie or play a game. And while there are many albums and songs that I've never stopped loving, or have even grown on me, there's nothing else that's ever given me that "like I'm hearing it for the first time" feeling over and over and over again like this does. There are movies I've seen the same number of times (ish) that I can recite most of the script from and tell you every little nuance about, but "2112" still reveals little surprises to me. Each musician and their part is so good that at any moment you're focusing on something cool one of them is doing you're missing something someone else is doing... you might love that one really awesome drum fill so much that you have to listen to the whole thing 20 times before you forget about it enough just one time to notice what Geddy did on the bass at that moment... or didn't (which he's also good at). You just discovered not just something cool, but something that will give you years of continuing pleasure. This isn't a modern song that gets old as soon as the artist records another, you'll enjoy this MORE when you listen to it 20 years from now. Thank you very much for sharing these experiences, it's fun to watch and connect with.
This is when we would sit and listen to whole albums together. Maybe one best friend, maybe your best crew. Study the lyrics, pass the liner notes around... god that was so fun
That was awesome! This masterpiece can’t help but bring a smile to your face. Especially if you haven’t heard it in a while. I’ve seen Rush live twice I believe. Once when I was young and once in the 90s I think it was.
This album is the epitome of vinyl. There is a such a full rich sound found in this vinyl that digital can never duplicate. Makes me want to find an old Onkyo receiver/amp, Technics turntable, and Klipch speakers !
Yes, for sure, here in Spokane we have a record store that deals most in vinyl but also CD and the owner of it will put on music that is High Fidelity that can bust out windows. Even some of the 78's back in the 30;s can have the most loudly recorded music. But he put on a couple of Rush albums and The Beatles going from CD to Vinyl and it kicked ass so bad.
Rush, 'Tears' - one thing I've noticed is that some of the best Ballads come from the Heavy Metal bands. I honestly don't know how 'Tears' is so un-heard of. It's beautiful with deep lyrics. Please give it a listen.
The last words.... "Attention all planets of the solar federation". They say those 7 words 3 times. Next is "We have assumed control". They say those 4 words 3 times. First phrase = 21. Second phrase = 12. ................... 2112
I saw them live 15 times starting in 1983, and the last was their R40 tour. In my opinion, they even sounded better live than in studio (EVERY TIME) if you can believe that. Not only in quality, crispness, etc,, but, of course they had the freedom to ad lib if they chose and it was always “addition”, not subtraction that went on, and it was GORGEOUS. They were just FANTASTIC. Always the BEST show no matter what genre, band, year, or venue I witnessed... and I’ve seen some good ones. I saw YES , which were good, and whom I was a big fan of at the time, but compared to Rush’s concert’s - RUSH BLEW THEM AWAY, just the cold hard facts of it. Their sound wasn’t up there at ALL at the same exquisite level as Rush’s , (among other things). I could go on.
I too and a multi Rush concert going maniac and I would go into the concert thinking they cannot outdo the last time I saw them and every time and I mean every time they did outdo the last show and I've been going to their concerts since the late 70s I'm so sad by the fact that we will never ever hear Rush again new Rush anyway because the passing of Neil rest in peace Neil you were absolute the Pinnacle of drum playing and writing your books are masterpieces along with your songwriting you are truly missed I miss you deeply
Rush...the greatest 3 piece rock band in history, period, no argument, over.
I would argue even though I love Rush. I think Grand Funk Railroad would make a case not to mention Cream or The Jimi Hendrix Experience.
Emerson Lake and Palmer are pretty good as well, but I agree RUSH is great.
Just Smashing Opinions are like assholes, and yours means nothing! I think Triumph and the Police may have something to say about your “opinion!”
RUSH AND ONLY RUSH...THE GREATEST BAND OF ALL TIME!
I love Rush, but I think Triumph is also up there as one of the best rock trios of all time.
I say it on every Rush video. Alex Lifeson is a criminally underrated guitarist!
Agreed!
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Dave concrete you are the exact people he is talking about. Alex lifespan is a beast
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He definitely is the documentary of them is a good story of them. He plays la villa strangiato so perfect it's insane and the intro. Alex is the whole reason why I picked a guitar. Alex is easily in my top 5 for sure. The rhythm,lead, and soloing is outstanding. You cannot sit there and tell me that rush is one of the greatest rock n roll musicans to walk this planet... Like it said in the documentary if you dont like your just a old fart.
As a musician, this 20 minute song amazes me. There are over 200 time signature changes, from pauses, to rephrasing. Absolutely incredible. 3 Guys!!!
It's an opera.
It's a suite
It’s a fkn miracle!!
I once ran back into a burning building to rescue my Rush tickets. Days later, as we climbed the hill to the arena, we felt the energy of 6000 other Rush fans, all climbing, elevating, coming together, coalescing. There is nothing like the energy at a Rush concert. Such a powerful, positive, dynamic frequency. Yes comes close.
Saw yes and rush . Fan of both but rush’s concerts ALWAYS blew even yes’s out of the water.
LOL. You GO girl!👍💕👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😄😎
Must've been at Red Rocks and I experienced the same euphoria!
This sounds familiar. If you borrowed it you used it in it's proper context by sharing it and remind us again of it. If you wrote this yourself you're friggin" awesome!!
I would say Frank Marino and Mahogany Rush are just as good and another great Canadian power trio (and don't forget Triumph too) . Jamal's mind would be blown by Frank Marino's guitar playing
The irony of him listening to 2112 for the first time and the song is about discovering music
Absolutely amazing. I'm 52 and loved this so much. I understood it the first time I heard it. DON'T LET THE RATRACE KILL CREATIVITY
Jamel_AKA_Jamal is keeping me sane during the pandemic...that's for sho.
What about Bugie.
Jamessr23 - little more to the story here than that, but thats a big part of it 👍
So funny 😂 your reaction during overture
I’m 56 and it’s just fun to watch people getting it for the first time. I’ve kinda taken this music for granted for over 40 years. It’s just how I’ve lived. I never really took RUSH for granted, they were just always there. 18 times live! ROCK PRIVILEGE!
My exact same thoughts. Except I'm 44. 18 times live too. Greatest band ever!!!
I'm 58 and I know just what you mean .
59 my self !!! Some kids in our high school thought we were strange for listening to them back then, I feel privileged to have seen my share of concerts too. As they matured I matured with them always in my ears.
57 and I'm right with you, I remember hearing working man and fly by night- in the mood like it was just yesterday :) But that was ages ago in the cretaceous period lol
Plus everybody had kick ass stereo systems back then, with lots of power and huge speakers. I don't know how the paint stayed on the walls from the vibration of bass. It's really great seeing youngsters discovering bands like Rush, when rock music was king and quality.
Btw, my one buddy had a bedroom above his parents garage with a sloped wall across from his marantz and we used to jam out and blow fire from lighter fluid against that wall lol. Just like Gene Simmons - good times. Rush shows- haven't missed one.
52 However I only saw them 4 times. Always a great show!!!! RIP Neil Peart
This song is a brilliant roller-coaster of human emotions: triumph, elation, despair, horror, happiness, sadness, agony, bewilderment, inspiration.
RIP Neil Peart.
Truth.... Their best IMHO
It is so encouraging to see a young man who has never heard this music, fall in love with it.
Fanny - Special Care - on BBC Old Grey Whistle Test
...and find their live version of Blind Alley... and Fanny: 'Badge' from their 1970 debut album
By far one of the greatest Masterpieces in Rock and Roll History ...
considered an epic. An epic in the same category as Bohemian Rhapsody and Stairway To Heaven to name a couple
One of my absolute favorites. Right there with Zep. Van Halen 1. Boston. Just the stars were aligned when this was recorded.
One of; that's for sure... But, Rush is NOT rock and roll, just because they're in that Hall of Lame... Rush is an uptempo prog band I put it (this album) up there with Relayer, Presence, Sabbath Bloody Sabbath, Starless and Bible Black, Selling England by the Pound et al..Hemispheres and A Farewell to Kings are their Magnum Opus's.
@@godbluffvdgg DUDE ..Back in the 60s when Rush formed and 70s when the song was written ..The term "Uptempo Prog " was not even invented or even heard of ...All that sub genre labelization Bullshit didnt come around till WAY later !!..so dont even go there and dont be a "UPtempo "dummy
@@stevekanakanui7033 lol...First off Rush formed in the 70'S I know; I was there...And HOW DARE YOU QUESTION my astute labeling! And the reason "Uptempo Prog" was not invented then, is because; I JUST INVENTED IT! Each genre has many subsets...The breadth and Scope of the prog genre requires it...
www.progarchives.com/Progressive-rock.asp#genre
Canterbury Scene
Crossover Prog
Eclectic Prog
Experimental/Post Metal
Heavy Prog
Indo-Prog/Raga Rock
Jazz Rock/Fusion
Krautrock
Neo-Prog
Post Rock/Math rock
Prog Folk
Prog Related
Progressive Electronic
Progressive Metal
Proto-Prog
Psychedelic/Space Rock
RIO/Avant-Prog
Rock Progressivo Italiano
Symphonic Prog
Tech/Extreme Prog Metal
Various Genres
Zeuhl
"That voice man!". Understand, as a 50 year old Canadian, I NEVER thought I'd hear a South Central L.A. black man say that in 2019. The world is funny man! Love!
One world, one love. Maybe I should start a video, if I could get some black dudes to recommend their best music.
I no èh.
Hilarious dude and true!
I've been watching Rush reactions lately, you would be surprised to see how many black people are doing it, they're all unanimous about the drumming. I never thought of Rush as being funky, but the way some of them move to the music i'm realizing, what the hell we can groove and dance to a Rush song!
It's one of those good things about TH-cam, people who never heard of them are discovering gems from the past but as always with Rush it's a fans' band. No radios, no tv, no good words from critics written or spoken, no mega promotions, just a fan base that was built one by one. In the end the music, their legacy speaks for itself.
Check a channel named ScribeCash, the girl is grooving hard on Rush :)
th-cam.com/video/k6MYFNc98b0/w-d-xo.html
@@piratecat5113 Already watch her, and btw, I dance to everything.
One of the greatest albums ever produced, by three of the greatest musicians in history. Been with me 40+ years. Quality! 🇬🇧
Alex played that guitar to its limits and them some. The impact this trio created is legendary. Long live the professor. (NEIL)
A lot of people will never realize that that Neil wrote the lyrics and directed the band.
@@davidturney2975i think literally everyone knows Neil was the brain behind, though he didn't "lead" the band, all 3 were equal
Those who live in the hearts of those they leave behind will never die. -- Carl Sagan
There is no black, no white, just music. RUSH. I appreciate you, man. Much respect.
Exactly the point!!!!
PREACH!!
well said king soon as we drop color .............................. look at that
A musical masterpiece, prove me wrong!
Many props for bringing this work back, I love it - thanks.
YES! He did 2112! Someone get this man a beer, or something for lunch.
👍🏾🤣
It's my favorite song of all time
There are parts of the story not within the lyrics but told in the liner notes. The pain and angst in Geddys voice right before the character kills himself which is then picked up by Alex's guitar... chilling. I used to be sad that he killed himself *the character in the story* but it was a necessary sacrifice that was what allowed the Elder race of man to come back and free the people from the tyranny of the priests.
Check out Hemispheres by Rush
@@jamelakajamal you really should check out Hemispheres side 1 as well. It's one of their most perfectly executed studio works. It's not as "metal" as 2112 but just as awesome. And it's only 18 minutes.
Watching this helped me out of a spot of depression and helped me remember that music has magic. Thank you.
Jamal you’re like a child on Christmas Day, your reaction is pure and that’s why the music is written and recorded, for our minds to get stimulated and release our positive endorphins , create joy in our lives, especially in today’s world with so much bullshit all around. Keep it up brother.
Agree with this so much it’s so awesome seeing anybody appreciate music the way I do and I know so many others also do, so glad that rush was the first band I ever saw live they played so many classics (la villa blew my mind like I’ll never forget) I only dreamed of seeing one day live and thankful for my parents for introducing me into this genre of music, also my dad straight up named me after Alex lifeson lol so I always feel a special bond with my rush obsession and anyone who can get the pure joy that there music brings
So True! He is the man!!
2112 is a Rock Opera with 7 movements. On the album, Neil Peart, the Drummer and lyricist of legend, provides us with a story that goes along with each movement. I will provide it here.
I. Overture
And the meek shall inherit the Earth
II. The Temples of Syrinx
...."The massive grey walls of the Temples rise from the Heart of every Federation city. I have always been awed by them, to think that every single facet of every life is regulated and directed from within! Our books, our music, our work and play are all looked after by the benevolent wisdom of the priests...."
III. Discovery
...."Behind my beloved waterfall, in the little room that was hidden beneath the cave, I found it. I brushed away the dust of the years, and picked it up, holding it reverently in my hands. I had no idea what it might be, but it was beautiful"....
...."I learned to lay my fingers across the wires, and to turn the keys to make them sound differently. As I struck the wires with my other hand, it produced my first harmonious sounds, and soon my own music! How different it could be from the music of the Temples! I can't wait to tell the priests about it!...."
IV. Presentation
...."In the sudden silence as I finished playing, I looked up to a circle of grim, expressionless faces. Father Brown rose to his feet, and his somnolent voice echoed throughout the silent Temple Hall...."
...."Instead of the grateful joy that I had expected, they were words of quiet rejection! Instead of praise; sullen dismissal. I watched in shock and horror as Father Brown ground my precious instrument to splinters beneath his feet...."
V. Oracle: The Dream
...."I guess it was a dream, but even now it all seems so vivid to me. Clearly yet I see the beckoning hand of the oracle as he stood at the summit of the staircase"....
...."I see the incredible beauty of the sculptured cites, and the pure spirit of man revealed in the lives and works of this world. I was overwhelmed by both wonder and understanding as I saw a completely different way to life, a way that had been crushed by the Federation long ago. I saw now how meaningless life had become with the loss of all these things...."
VI. Soliloquy
...."I have not left this cave for days now. it has become my last refuge in my total despair. I have only the music of the waterfall to comfort me now. I can no longer live under the control of the Federation, but there is no place to go. My last hope is that with my death I may pass into the world of my dream, and know peace at last."
VII. Grand Finale
“Ohhh, bout to smack my face off!” You said it man!
You forgot how The Grand Finale is the Elder Race coming back, to free the people from the Priests. When I hear it, I always envision a fleet of super-advanced spaceships, showing up to give the stagnant Federation a sound ass-whooping, and the voice at the end is the Oracle, who was trying to communicate with Starman in his dream, and give him hope that they were coming back, but instead, drove him to despair. I imagine that, after the final victory, he found Starman's body, and had it buried in a great mausoleum, made from a converted Temple, as a monument to the formerly oppressed, who are now free.
First, thank you for taking time to write the info for those of us who seek clarity.
Second, WHOA!
I guess Father Brown must have been a Zeppelin fan. I get that.
Not an opera. This is technically a symphony. The overture contains snippets of all the various movements of the complete symphony. An opera doesn't follow this formula.
When I was young, I would sit on my bedroom carpet, pop in the 8-track (yes, that old), headphones on and would read all the lyrics - over and over again until I knew every word and beat. Still know every song... on every album... by heart; in order! (Until "Signals.") Seen them 33 times LIVE, last time at Madison Square Garden and Barclay's before that. My favorite band EVER!
Rest In Peace Neil Peart 1952-2020 #ThankYou
I'm a bit younger but I got the privilege of seeing them 3 times before Neil's passing. R40 was an amazing tour but Time machine was my favorite. Really wish I was able to see as many as you! Sad day when they revealed Neil's news but he helped make music that is gonna live on! Greatest drummer of all time. That's just the truth.
listening to songs I haven't really "listened" to in 30 years....... and remembering 90% plus of the words.....
As a teenager in Brazil, an older friend was a Dj and, just for the pleasure, I helped him with his equipment; one day I saw an LP titled RUSH, I put in on the turntable... my jaw dropped before the tenth second; it was love at first sight!
There was a time in my young life I could tell you every track, what side they were on, and in what order on every Led Zeppelin album. Not so much anymore.
Wow Kelly!! 33 times. I thought I loved them more than anyone. You'e awesome! What year was the last time? (I'm listening to Neil's books right now.) On the second one. SAD!!! They're free on Amazon
2112 was my introduction to RUSH back in 1976..had never heard of them walked into a stereo shop..Pacific stereo in Fresno california and they were using 2112 to demo their premium system....everyone in the store just froze and went WOW!!! WTF is that?? Truly mind boggling..I went over to The Warehouse Records and bought the album.. .listening to it through headphones was even better. RUSH never failed to amaze and delight .all that incredible music and musicianship from a three piece band. . A THREE piece Band! The BEST...just the BEST..period . RIP Neil Pert... A true giant of a talent.
14 years old, with headphones on. 45 years later same effect. I was a geeky kid and this just made the connection. Been working on every type of equipment ever since.
I can listen to Rush anytime in my day or night.doesn’t matter whats going on in my life. Thanks Jamal for sharing the moment. 👍😁
When I listen to Rush, so do my neighbors!
LMAO
Lol this is me in my dorm. I don’t play it as loud as it will go but it’s pretty loud and the walls are real thin lol
And your neighbors can hear you singing along knowing all the words too. Just like the rest of us.
YES WE KNOW, ITS NOTHING NEW!!!!!!!!!!!!
He is the best but ever so humble
You have to remember, back when this album came out it was on vinyl. We had album art and many albums contained lyrics sheets. So we would sit in our room and read the lyrics and admire the album art as they sang to us. The lyrics and album art are just as much a part of the listening experience. My favorite thing about Rush besides their immense talent is their refusal to conform and compromise their art for the sake of making a hit.
I miss real album art!
I can't tell you how many amazing bands/musicians I found reading the thank yous in the leaflets as well.
@@ThoughtCriminal918 then save up some bucks and get a turntable, amp, speakers and vinyl... its back man like 2019 saw more vinyl sold than cds.... i have 4 copies of moving pictures. Different masterings....i have a few 2112's as well.... you can get old albums or new pressings.... the record pressing plants cant keep up with demand.... do it man!!!!!
You are dead right man, long live the mighty RUSH
yeah. they were basically the anti-rand.
instead of letting profits guide them, and do as the rich demanded, they rebelled and did their own thing.
To this day I still can't believe all the sound only these 3 guys can make! Truly is amazing! Three of the finest musicians all in one band. Truly one of the greatest bands of all time.
Until I discovered these reaction videos, Rush was just another band to me, who had a few songs I'd heard on the radio. I had no idea they were such a phenomenon.
The record company asked if Rush could sound "more like Bad Company."
This was Rush's answer.
Rush blows Bad Company out of the water
It's a little more complicated than that. But, yeh, they'd made Fly by Night, which was pretty much completely ignored and they were going down the tubes and playing small clubs half empty and such. Of course the record company was concerned (having invested a lot of money) and Rush knew the next album was make or break. They could have done something as accessible and poppy as possible, but they just said, screw it, and went for it.
Of course had it not gone well, no one would be talking about how great a decision it was and we'd not even likely know about them. History is misleading because you only ever hear about the ones who swing hard and have the luck to hit it out of the park. In their case they did, and it became a cult hit, and then spread out from there. It could have fallen on deaf ears, as have many really good albums that just never found an audience (at least at the time, sometimes they later do.)
And, as they say themselves, it's not like the whole album was one huge prog epic. The other side is much more 'songy' and accessible, and that helped as well.
@@deanroddey2881 I actually have a suspicion that 2112 is about their band tanking. The guitar representing their music and the priests representing the world. They just werent ready for rush. The dream represents their dream of being famous. Oracle:the dream and Soliloquy just works too perfectly with this theory. Im probably just overthinking it, but its a pretty interesting way of thinking i guess
Bad Company??? Snore......3 chord "songs" of corporate "rawk moosick!" They don't hold a match stick (or even a Bic lighter) to Rush!!! No way.......
I seen the tour of 2112 it was totally awesome what a concert I'll never forget them .please come back rush I seen you at the panther arena. Unbelievable band .That was my sixth time I seen them in concert.wow what a band.
Put a smile on my face. I love watching people discover Rush and all the gems they have to offer, and none more iconic than the epic that is 2112. Welcome to the Rush family brother.
YYZ and 2112 are music so good that it's hard to fathom their creation at all. I mean Rush in general is mindblowing but YYZ is the most popular Rush song and 2112 has the best creation story.
It cracks me up, too. I love to see this guy get off on stuff we grew up with and loved! Just remember. The guys were wearing kimonos on the back cover!
I had the pleasure of seeing them perform this live, beginning to end. (I believe it was the "Test for Echo" tour) WOW! It blows the mind seeing just 3 people create this sound.
We know you're hooked when you become an air drummer. :D
Probably one of the greatest albums ever recorded.
The song has 7 parts
I. Overture
II. The Temple of Syrinx
III. Discovery
IV. Presentation
V. Oracle:The Dream
VI Soliloquy (my fav)
VII Grande Finale
Yea soliloquy is amazing. some of my favorite guitar work in Lifesons whole career is laid down in part VI
@@JungleScene Agreed. The notes he hits from starting at about 19:55 always give me goosebumps!
Not to mention the original story it tells about the priests banning music. This is one of my fav songs.
It is written like an opera. The overture introduces the other 6 movements.
I like Discovery and Presentation. Geddy's bass in Presentation is incredible.
"Attention all Planets of the Solar Federation." 7 words said 3 times... 7 x 3 = 21
"We have assumed control." 4 words said 3 times... 4 x 3 = 12
Coincidence? Knowing Neil Peart, I doubt it...
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Hey Jamal critic Rush's "Closer to the Heart live" and then Tom Sawyer, Red Berchetta, and Big Money. Realizing that this is a three man band. And Neil Pert is one of the best percussionist of all time. Watch a concert clip of his drum solo. It will blow your mind !!!!! And he doesn't get tired thru the whole concert. But listen to those songs. When I was younger I wasn't a big fan of Rush. I was more into Led Zeppelin, Judas Priest, Black Sabbath. But Rush made me a fan. Triumph is another GREAT Canadian three man band. Check them out too.
Yeppers
Lol don't over load the man
@@davidfasolo7509 Thats ok, some of these might stay with him for life! 😉
To think that people in their early twenties produced this is even more amazing.
Greatest live band ever! Absolutely amazing musicians. I saw them 6-7 times !
I’m lucky to have seen them once
I was 12 years old when my 19 year old brother told me he had something I needed to listen to.
Laying on a waterbed, listening to this through a set of his very best pioneer headphones I was utterly and forever changed.
I had no idea that music could do this.
Damn, we share a name and the same introduction to Rush. Older brother. My first song was La Villa Strangiato via headpones lol.
I had almost the exact same experience except with my cousin.
I was 12 as well, and my older brother had me listen to A Farewell to Kings, which was brand new back then. I discovered their older stuff like this gem later that summer.
@@dave131 Bro knew he'd blow your mind, lol. Good bro!
My brother introduced me to Rush too, he passed away last year, now I hear Rush and long for those days off my youth. Miss you Rich, rock on with Niel!
Three human beings created these sounds. Just three.
@The Funky Buddha I think the producer of Rush’s early records, Terry Brown, is sometimes overlooked. Also, nice name. 👍
Being the first band I was ever in to, I was kind of used to it. My jaw still hit the floor when I heard that the song "Hemispheres" was recorded in one take. ONE...
They had a keyboard player on 2112 .....Amazing!
@@jimilove7773 Yeah! Wasn't his name Geddy Lee?
@@bandfromtheband9445 No, i always thought so but too but it was Hugh Syme , who also played piano/keys on 3 other Rush albums and was also one their graphic artists! Designed the 2112 ''starman'' logo to boot!
Jamal is just like a grown kid, so positive, authentic, enthusiastic, and open minded. I want to be him when I grow up!!
I was in the 9th grade when this album dropped. It was a must for my album collection. Best 3 piece band ever theses guys knew how to rock.
Rush is the greatest band that has ever played a note of music.
What about bands that never played a note of music?
@@fuckamericanidiot Ahh. A new genre, harkening back to days of old..Silent music!!! Genius,man!
What about Pink Floyd?
AK-Gyrator I like Pink Floyd, but no, not the best
Gluemonkey I do appreciate the “smart assery”, but I don’t think that is a thing. Lil
Best band ever. The Priests represent the record company that was trying to control them. This album was their response. They said if this was their last album, it would be purely Rush. They assumed control of their own fate. In my opinion, water represents nature, which is organic and pure. As opposed to the manufactured corporate music, Rush flowed like a cool stream for all to partake of. 2112 should inspire us all to not compromise on our convictions. God bless the trio that stood up to the machine.
They definitely have my respect for that. I knew nothing about this band, if it wasn't for Ninja Sex Party, But through their parody, "6969," I found out about this song, and I love every bit of it!
@@esmooth919 Haha, I love NSP
2020 -- Don't take the "vaccine."
Second best. Pink Floyd.
Nope, it is an allegory to world government, based on Ayn Rand’s “Anthem”. Check it out; it’s a pretty small book with a huge, “1984”-esque message. Peart was a big Rand disciple when he wrote this.
This is Rushs' greatest album imo... From beginning to end. A masterpiece.
Xanadu
I agree.
1) 2112
2) Moving Pictures
3) Permanent Waves
Even side two is great as well on this album
I’ve been listening to Rush (thank u Dad) since I was 7ish, this is literally the first time I’ve heard this song, I didn’t even know it existed & I can’t believe it. It’s so awesome to be having a first reaction with you Jamel! I love it thank you for doing this ✊🏻
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Me too
Wow! What a treat for you!! :-) Enjoy...a couple hundred more times!
Hey, I know it's like 2023..but , glad you appreciate Rush music !! 3 of the most talented musicians I've ever witnessed live...I'm sure you've listened to the rest of their catalogue by now ..Peace...
I've seen them do this in concert to perfection. A PERFECT trio!
yes classic coke...
Me too mulitple times. :)
On the Red Sector A tour... In Miami they played 2112 side one! In its entirety!! And also the did all of the epic long songs!!
Cygnus X1, Xanadu, lakeside park, and whole moving pictures album... Concert was almost 4 hours with 2 breaks! They played bugs bunny cartoons for opening act!! I've seen rush almost every album since Caress of steel.... But that show? Was absolutely the best show I've seen!!!!!! Brilliant
Super fun live.
Muse is the Rush for the modern era. In my opinion anyway
You are my favorite reactionary Tuber. You seem to really appreciate the music. I love that. Much love, brother.
Rush is a spiritual experience. Thank you for sharing. It’s always so cool to see someone hear them for the first time.
2112 needs to be listened to in it’s entirety, it’s well worth the time.
Margaret Bonanno
Same goes with Caress of Steel... and especially Hemispheres.
@@eltorocal Anything and everything
Lol it’s only 20 minutes. I just watched a breakdown of super Mario world records that was over an hour. Time is weird
I will never understand how anyone could not LOVE RUSH
I don't understand it either, and I was - WAS - one of those guys!
You released this on 9 November 2019. Who would've believed that only 2 months later {almost to the day} we would be mourning one of the best drummers to ever pick up a pair of sticks?
R.I.P. Neil💔
the first CD I ever bought with my own money when I was in second grade. I thank my mother and father for introducing me to stellar music early on in my life. dad and I saw Rush at Blossom Music Center when I was 9. best show I've ever been to. their live performances are exactly as they sound on an album. the musicianship is unparalleled.
Your face when "the meek shall inherent the earth" hits is priceless!
5:39 Matthew 5:5
From a music standpoint, I never thought I'd get such enjoyment watching someone enjoy Rush. There catalog is just one fantastic song after another, album after album.
*Their
Watching Jamal's reactions is like listening for the first time again.
One of the most talented and unique bands ever, all three members are extremely talented, once in a lifetime occurrence.
One of my favorite albums by Rush. I only got to see them live once, but it was one of the best shows I've ever seen.
Neil Peart one of the best drummers of my time ! Props to him ! he taught me a lot !!
I KNEW you would love it!!! GOOSEBUMPS! Every. Single. Time. This one came out in 1976.
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My dad bought this when I was born. It has always been one of my favorites. Had it on 8 track until I was 16. Then had to get it on cassette so I could play it in my own car!
"And the meek shall inherit the earth" Jamel's face lights up with both surprise and joy as I am sure every one of our faces did when we first experienced this song. Rush is a journey that is forever timeless and I can only imagine how crazy this was back when the album first hit the streets. I discovered them in the late 80's/early 90's. Here we are 30 plus years later and they are still bringing new joy in 2020. It just makes me wonder if they foretasted their absolute relevance to 2112. I think that there is defiantly some sort of "other worldly" connection in their ability to continually draw people in.
I love how the light in your eyes portrays the goodness our music is giving you ENJOY THE RIDE!!!!! This album came out when I was 12 and I am so lucky to have been there listening to all 50s 60s 70s and the 80s and 90s
Rush connects on so man levels.... your reaction at each transtition also shows... I am so glad you enjoyed and mostly your obvious natural reaction to Niel... 2112 is simply put.. an Epic
I love Jamal's genuine smile : = ) I am glad someone else enjoys it as much as I do. Rush is an intellectual musical journey into science fiction & constitution (free will). Is it possible that another band could be this talented & thoughtful? (NO) They sound like 10 guys or more sometimes...
I remember sitting in my bedroom in the late 70's and early 80's, putting the needle down on side "A" of 2112 and turning the volume up and annoying the hell out of my parents with this entire album. Good times! This really brought back the memories!
OMG ME TOI!!!
Same here. It’s been my favorite album for the last 43 years. I’ll NEVER forget the 1st time I heard it. A few 9 and 10 year old kids gathered around a neighboring teenagers Chevy Chevelle while this cool high school kid cranked 2112 out of his 8 Track player. When I listen to this I am immediately transported.
Lol!! Me three
They liked it…
I bet you wore that record so badly from all the playtime that in the end it ended up being as smooth as a dinner plate lmao
I could just listen to Neil hit the kit all day long. Damn I’m going to miss him so much. Just at levels that won’t be matched. And Alex is easily one of the most underrated guitarists of his time. So sick
RIP PROFESSOR
I’d love to see Tool release their version of this to welcome the world back to live music once we are past COVID as both a tribute the Neil and the return of music
If my kid was to come up to me and ask "Dad, could you show me how rock music works?" , I would smile and say "Have you heard of the band Rush?" This band is the Symphony of Rock...a symphony with three members.
Exactly!
Saw Rush when they did this tour, it was amazing to hear live these guys are (were) phenomenal musicians RIP Peart.
Charles Hommen
My first show was A Farewell To Kings... Kansas City, Missouri 1977
Listening to this so many times over the years was great but trying to play it with my band buddies in a sweaty garage studio was even better. Long live Rush!
Bought this when it came out, remain mesmerised by it all these years later. Masterpiece from start to finish. We have assumed to tell indeed.
Its good to see someone of the younger generation appreciate the music of an "older" generation. Thank you and well done.
I kinda want to hand him a joint so he can enjoy it the same way most of us did.
This is one song with 7 parts. It's about a man who finds a guitar in a place where music is outlawed. This was side 1 on the vinyl album.
In a time (the year 2112) when music is outlawed. And the Priests of the Temple of Syrinx are the controllers of the interplanetary society who have banned music. Wild story lol
We're slowly getting there too with most of the poop music that's shoved down our throats these days
The whole first side is a love Letter to Ayn Rand. Seriously. It even says so in the Vinyl gatefold. Its pretty much a sloppy SF take on the book Anthem. Except the hero does not die in the book.
based on Ayn Rand's novel, Anthem
@@michaellucas7177 but in Anthem it's books, not music, that is outlawed.
Fantastic Album. Geddy Lee is the star of this record. The guitar is great, but the bass and drums make it what it is.
I was blown away when I first heard "Temples of Syrinx" on the radio, then I heard the rest of the 2112 album and I became a Rush fan for life.
Ah, Jamel. This just made me cry. Like, ugly cry. Rest in Peace, Neil.
"Attention all planets of the Solar Federation" 7 words 3 times is 21.
"We have assumed control" 4 words 3 times is 12.
Thanks, feel free to add more, I'm listening.
GTFO! Is this conspiracy or they wrote it like that?! I've heard this song A LOT, never caught that lol.
@@koedeen4985 It's just coincidental. It was not done on purpose.
Wisdom89 Man, there is no way that’s a coincidence.
@@TylerLL2112 so said everyone about every coincidence ever
I would bet we all felt the same the first time we were blessed to hear the greatness of RUSH
I've been watching you for a while now. It's the song choices that draw me in, but it's your reactions that make the videos such an absolute joy to watch. I get a big grin watching you getting a grin as you listen to these songs. Keep on keepin' on!
Jamel, I just discovered your channel, and (roughly) one month after Peart passed, watching YOUR reaction to "2112" brought me absolute happiness! I acted like this when I first heard this ON TAPE at 14-15 years old. :)
Or lp
HUGE Respect to you for listening to this epic story! I used to listen to this on vinyl with quality headphones back in the late 70s. Each time you listen to it, you can pick up something you had missed on first listening..
Same here... only it was an 8-Track! Listening over and over until I knew every nuance of every minute. (Still do.) RUSH RULES!
You should try playing in a basement. I've gained a whole new appreciation for this band's genius playing (or trying, anyway) Geddy's bass lines.
Me too. AnOTHER one of my all-time older fav’s was their Farewell To Kings album that I would alternate with 2112 listening to in the early-mid 80’s in my headphones on obsessive repeat..(in vinyl of course😁). Those were the DAYS...!😎
I hear you shout, "THIS HAS BEEN A GREAT DAY!" and I'm teleported back to when I first heard this. My man recently I've run across so many different people having these joyful reactions to Rush, people of different ethnicities, ages, countries, and I realize you are all my people, but I also realize, "Hey, those times when I thought I just might be surrounded by morons, I was!" I love what you do man. Rock on!
Obviously one of the greatest rock album side concepts, but consider the short time it took to create. Some bands take years in between albums to get such perfection.
"Geez, haven't got that time... Ok, I'll just watch the first 5 minutes."
24 minutes later...
"Oh shit..."
The 24 minutes always feels like 5 minutes lol
😂😂
Hello Jamel, I was 10 when this came out. My first Rush record. I'm 54 now and I still never get tired of this. I'm glad you got to experience it. Awesome reaction. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦✌🤘🤘🤘
Jim Albruzzess - Hey Jim, I’m totally with you on Jamel’s reactions. He’s been converted to Canadian Rock music we’ve been listening to for over 40 years. I’m 55 and love RUSH, my fav has always been Spirit of the Radio!
I was 14 when this came out. I have their entire collection and I never get tired of any of them. Only saw them live 3 times but those were times I will cherish all my life.
16 for me. Instant fan and then saw them so many times I've lost count. But still have the ticket stubs to prove it. Some were under $10.00
I am just behind you in age Jim. Happy to see him getting turned onto Canadian Content. Cheers from YYC
I listened to this for the first time in a long time the other day and it just blew me away. So good yes sir, I think it has almost universal appeal.
Thank you for this! The greatest album side in history! Neal was a great story teller.
I remember getting into Rush in 1977 when all my friends were listening to Kiss. I saw Rush in 1978. Neil R.I.P. Thanks for your reaction contribution.
Dave Smith I saw Rush for the first time in 74 when they opened for KISS. Been a RUSH head since. R40 with my son KC, MO July 2015.
Saw Rush in 1976 and they opened for R.E.O. Speedwagon and Blue Oyster Cult. The shame was Rush's set was too short. I came away from that concert buying everything Rush ever recorded and never bought anything the other two produced.
I got on a bit later, 1977. First time I saw them was the Hemispheres tour. My older brother had a great JVC stereo with the RTR 600D speakers pushing out 200 watts. I would sit in the focal point and crank it. I'm sure the neighbors knew all the lyrics as well as I did!
Give this another listen with the lyrics in front of you. The story being told is every bit as good as the music that goes with it.
Yea I said that also its a musical book
Amen. The Ayn Rand was strong in Neil.
And it’s structured like an opera or symphony: in the overture, you hear all the melodies (themes) that will play over the course of 20+ minutes.
Yes. As with ALL Rush songs.
Yep. And the lyrics/story are relatable in 2021 if you dig even just a little.
Yes agree its a story in a song.
Pretty heavy stuff for 1976 guy. 45 damn years later, it really holds up. Best wishes, Jamal. Love yer shit!-Duf
I'm so glad you enjoyed this! I heard this album when it first came out. I was 13 years old and it changed me forever. I picked up a bass guitar, learned this entire album, and I'm still playing today. That was back when you bought the record and read the lyrics while the album played. If you haven't done that with this record, I recommend it highly!
Man, I've heard this album thousands of times it seems and I still get Goosebumps every time I hear it.
Fanny - Special Care - on BBC Old Grey Whistle Test
...and find their live version of Blind Alley... and Fanny: 'Badge' from their 1970 debut album
At 2:15 your face was already lit up and I actually said out loud, "Dude, you don't have a clue... you don't even have a HINT what's about to happen yet!" Then the song and your excitement built from there just as I expected.
As if anything could make listening to "2112" better, it was pure joy watching you hear it for the first time. It felt like having that experience again myself but better, sharing it, seeing it affect someone else the same way.
I'm gonna let you in on a little secret about Rush too, though:
It always feels that way. It's so good, so deep, so complex, that it can feel new and exciting every time you listen to it.
"2112" is one of those that isn't for listening to at work to make the day easier. It's not something that works on a mixed playlist, or as background, or as music at a party or while you're hanging out doing other things. I listen to it maybe once or twice a year when it's the activity I'm in the mood for, when it's what I'm going to DO, like watch a movie or play a game. And while there are many albums and songs that I've never stopped loving, or have even grown on me, there's nothing else that's ever given me that "like I'm hearing it for the first time" feeling over and over and over again like this does.
There are movies I've seen the same number of times (ish) that I can recite most of the script from and tell you every little nuance about, but "2112" still reveals little surprises to me. Each musician and their part is so good that at any moment you're focusing on something cool one of them is doing you're missing something someone else is doing... you might love that one really awesome drum fill so much that you have to listen to the whole thing 20 times before you forget about it enough just one time to notice what Geddy did on the bass at that moment... or didn't (which he's also good at).
You just discovered not just something cool, but something that will give you years of continuing pleasure. This isn't a modern song that gets old as soon as the artist records another, you'll enjoy this MORE when you listen to it 20 years from now.
Thank you very much for sharing these experiences, it's fun to watch and connect with.
This is when we would sit and listen to whole albums together. Maybe one best friend, maybe your best crew. Study the lyrics, pass the liner notes around... god that was so fun
Pass what around?! 😎😜
Pass a joint around...😎
That was awesome! This masterpiece can’t help but bring a smile to your face. Especially if you haven’t heard it in a while. I’ve seen Rush live twice I believe. Once when I was young and once in the 90s I think it was.
This album is the epitome of vinyl. There is a such a full rich sound found in this vinyl that digital can never duplicate. Makes me want to find an old Onkyo receiver/amp, Technics turntable, and Klipch speakers !
I have a 30 yr old Teac amp for this reason. Still best heard through my old Koss clamshell headphones.
Yes, for sure, here in Spokane we have a record store that deals most in vinyl but also CD and the owner of it will put on music that is High Fidelity that can bust out windows. Even some of the 78's back in the 30;s can have the most loudly recorded music. But he put on a couple of Rush albums and The Beatles going from CD to Vinyl and it kicked ass so bad.
They made a three piece band sound like double the personnel. Genius. And the lyrics gave rise to some great philosophical discussions.
THE best song
Ever
I’ve listened to Rush for over 40yrs
2112 is 20+ minutes of music genius that I will never tire of
It was fun watching someone listen to a piece of music I dearly love. I've heard 2112 easily over a hundred times all the way through.
RIP Neil Peart the Drummer. He passed away today.
He was the greatest
Farewell to the king
@Jack Cade it says 2 months ago
Tuesday January 7, 2020
I KNOW drummers all over the world mourned his death.
RUSH 2112 IS A MASTERPIECE.
This is one of a very small handful of albums that even after all these years.I still get goosebumps every time I hear it
Rush, 'Tears' - one thing I've noticed is that some of the best Ballads come from the Heavy Metal bands. I honestly don't know how 'Tears' is so un-heard of. It's beautiful with deep lyrics. Please give it a listen.
You've just been baptized, you are now aware, you will now be held responsible!
Brilliant
HighSpeedEnthusiast beautiful.
If its not specifically forbidden its mandatory..Merlin to Arthur.
If twenty minute songs are on the table, then Pink Floyd's "Echoes" needs to be in the queue.
Echoes Live in pompei!
Word
@@JungleScene both parts!
Echoes live in Pompeii is incredible. It's better than the studio version, which sounds ludicrous, but it is what it is.
@@hodgod1056 probably one of the most awesome live recordings ever!
The last words....
"Attention all planets of the solar federation". They say those 7 words 3 times.
Next is "We have assumed control". They say those 4 words 3 times.
First phrase = 21. Second phrase = 12. ................... 2112
I saw them live 15 times starting in 1983, and the last was their R40 tour. In my opinion, they even sounded better live than in studio (EVERY TIME) if you can believe that. Not only in quality, crispness, etc,, but, of course they had the freedom to ad lib if they chose and it was always “addition”, not subtraction that went on, and it was GORGEOUS. They were just FANTASTIC. Always the BEST show no matter what genre, band, year, or venue I witnessed... and I’ve seen some good ones. I saw YES , which were good, and whom I was a big fan of at the time, but compared to Rush’s concert’s - RUSH BLEW THEM AWAY, just the cold hard facts of it. Their sound wasn’t up there at ALL at the same exquisite level as Rush’s , (among other things). I could go on.
I too and a multi Rush concert going maniac and I would go into the concert thinking they cannot outdo the last time I saw them and every time and I mean every time they did outdo the last show and I've been going to their concerts since the late 70s I'm so sad by the fact that we will never ever hear Rush again new Rush anyway because the passing of Neil rest in peace Neil you were absolute the Pinnacle of drum playing and writing your books are masterpieces along with your songwriting you are truly missed I miss you deeply